Mon Nom est Rouge Eau de Parfum bottle Mon Nom est Rouge
Edp Concentration Parfum
U Gender U
2012 Year 2023
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Groove Xcape Parfum bottle Groove Xcape

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Mon Nom est Rouge Eau de Parfum
A powerhouse of a fragrance that splits opinion sharply - you'll either adore its audacious spicy rose and incense blend or find it completely overwhelming. Definitely not a blind buy, but for those it clicks with, it's a profound, head-turning scent.
Acquired
Our Verdict - Groove Xcape Parfum
Groove Xcape is a divisive beast, a genuine love-it-or-hate-it scent from Xerjoff that bucks trends. It's a proper niche experience: unique, complex, and probably not for the faint-hearted or those seeking mass appeal. Forget the clubbing marketing; this is an olfactory art piece.
Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 5% 4%
Floral 14% 9%
Fruity 1% 0%
Green 3% 3%
Sweet 21% 15%
Warm 38% 36%
Woody 16% 19%
Earthy 10% 19%
Animalic 7% 4%
Fresh 9% 9%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Mon Nom est Rouge EdP
Groove Xcape Parfum

Notes

Shared Notes
Elemi 17% vs 26%
Shared Notes
Rose 28% vs 16%
Only in Mon Nom est Rouge Eau de Parfum
Ginger 26% Cardamom 23% Cinnamon 21%
Only in Groove Xcape Parfum
Incense 32% Myrrh 31% Mimosa 21%
Shared Notes
Cedar 12% vs 28%
Labdanum 10% vs 25%
Patchouli 10% vs 19%

Accords

Mon Nom est Rouge Eau de Parfum Groove Xcape Parfum
100%
Amber
100%
97%
Warm Spicy
82%
84%
Fresh Spicy
63%
76%
Aromatic
58%
73%
Rose
72%
Balsamic
66%
68%
Woody
58%
60%
Smoky
48%
51%
Vanilla
Amber shared
100%
100%
Warm Spicy shared
97%
82%
Fresh Spicy shared
84%
63%
Aromatic shared
76%
58%
73%
Balsamic shared
72%
66%
Woody shared
68%
58%
Smoky shared
60%
48%
51%

Performance

Mon Nom est Rouge Eau de Parfum Groove Xcape Parfum
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Strong
Projection
Strong
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Mon Nom est Rouge Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Its exceptional longevity and strong sillage, often described as 'monster' or 'beast mode', make it unsuitable for an office environment where it could easily overpower. However, this commanding presence is perfect for dates and formal occasions, where its rich, spicy, and often vampy profile can truly shine, drawing compliments.

Groove Xcape Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Spring

A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.

Occasions

Best For:
Date
Also Works:
Casual Formal

Given its strong projection and exceptional longevity, Groove Xcape is a bit much for the office. It excels in cooler weather for dates or formal events where its unique character can shine, and its intense, resinous nature suits a more considered setting than everyday casual wear or sport.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
91%
Olfactory
97%
Notes
89%
Accord
89%
Key Similarities

Both share Amber, Warm Spicy, Balsamic accords and Rose, Labdanum notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Mon Nom est Rouge Eau de Parfum
Groove Xcape Parfum
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